Drivers Ed

Provisional license restriction hours for those under 18

12am-5am

What are new drivers under 18 prohibited from while driving?

Using a cell phone, texting, having a BAC of .02 or greater (all of the above)

Consequence for a learner's permit holder convicted of a moving violation

Must restart the 9-month waiting period for a provisional license

Passenger restrictions for provisional license holders under 18

Must not have passengers under 18 unless with a qualified supervising driver or direct family members

What can cancel a provisional license?

Written request from a parent or guardian

Required practice hours for new drivers under 25

At least 10 hours of night driving

Requirements for a Learner's Instructional Permit

Must drive with a person aged 21 or older with at least 3 years of licensed driving experience

Practice hours required for drivers under 25

60 hours

What to bring to the MVA for a skills test

A well-maintained vehicle, registration, proof of insurance, and a supervising driver (all of the above)

Skills test to obtain a provisional license in Maryland

Must pass a skills test at the MVA including a closed course and an open road test

Who can overrule traffic?

Police Officer, crossing guard, state trooper (all of the above)

Meaning of a yield sign

Drivers should give way to other drivers, pedestrians, or cyclists.

Type of line marking the right of the road

A solid white line

Action when approaching a flashing yellow light

Slow down and proceed with caution

Purpose of a diamond-shaped yellow sign with black markings

Warn of hazards ahead

Meaning of a flashing red light at an intersection

Make a complete stop and proceed when clear

Purpose of traffic signs

To regulate, warn, and guide drivers

Type of sign indicating Yield

Regulatory sign

Meaning of a merging traffic sign

An arrow with two branches indicating merging traffic

Type of sign indicating a crumbling cliff

Warning sign

Meaning of a red indicator light on the dashboard

A serious vehicle malfunction that requires immediate attention

Why conduct a pre-entry check?

To check for anyone behind the vehicle, low/flat tires, leaking fluids (all of the above)

Seat belt law according to MD law

All passengers and the driver must wear seat belts regardless of age or position.

Purpose of a parking brake

To secure a vehicle when parked.

Indication of a yellow gasoline station symbol when lit

Your gas tank is empty or nearing empty.

Indication of a red oil pitcher symbol when lit

Your oil pressure is low and requires immediate attention.

Indication of a red battery symbol when lit

Your electrical system is not functioning properly.

Dangers of coolant leaks

Leaking coolant is attractive and poisonous to animals, and can cause engine overheating (all of the above)

NOT an advantage of Enhanced Mirror Settings

Head checks are no longer necessary.

Truth about seat belts

They may cause injury in a crash, but they reduce injuries compared to being unbelted.

What does S.E.E. stand for?

Search, Evaluate, Execute

What does the ACC setting on an ignition switch allow?

Turns on certain vehicle features without starting the vehicle; it can drain the battery.

When to use S.E.E.

Consistently when driving.

Recommended following distance between vehicles

3-4 seconds

Gear position for starting a vehicle with automatic transmission

P (Park)

What to do when starting a vehicle

One foot on the brake and one on the dead pedal.

What to look for while searching while driving

What is immediately in front, behind, and 10-15 seconds ahead of your vehicle.

Most important action before driving away

Put on the safety belt and put away electronics.

Idling gas-powered vehicles before driving away is

Not necessary and illegal in MD if unattended.

What to do before driving a vehicle in reverse

Check all mirrors, complete headchecks, and use backup cameras if available.

When to stop for a school bus

When the red lights are flashing and no barrier exists.

Signs that indicate risk of hitting a pothole

Significant storms, standing puddles, vehicles slowing down (all of the above)

Distance required by Maryland law from a cyclist

At least 3 feet

First action after deciding to make a turn

Signal at least 100 feet before the turn.

When to stop in a school zone

When directed by a signal or crossing guard.

Stopping at a stop sign without a crosswalk

Stop before the front of the vehicle enters the intersection.

Action when approaching a roundabout

Yield to traffic coming from the left.

Action at a speed bump

Reduce speed to the suggested limit.

When must a vehicle yield to a pedestrian?

When the pedestrian is in the crosswalk, waiting to cross, or exiting their vehicle (all of the above)

Dangers of making a left turn across traffic

Limited visibility, numerous checks for road users, and minimal protection if struck (all of the above)

What to do if you see an emergency vehicle on the side of the road

Change lanes if safe or slow down to a safe speed.

Dangerous elements of mixed use roads

Parked cars, distracted pedestrians, inattentive drivers (all of the above)

Pedestrians' right of way according to Maryland law

At crossings, crosswalks, and when drivers are turning on green or during a right turn on red (all of the above)

Impact survival percentage for pedestrians at 40 MPH

10%

Meaning of a wrong way sign

You are going the wrong way on a one-way street.

Right turn at a red signal

May turn right after stopping and ensuring it is safe.

Actions from a shared left turn lane

Turn off or onto a multi-lane road.

Who must yield at a 4-way stop with simultaneous arrival?

The driver on the left.

When can you pass another vehicle on a two-lane road?

If there is a single broken yellow line.

Usage of a weave lane

For both entering and exiting a highway.

Advice when driving near a motorcycle

Do not attempt to share a lane.

Truth about crashes involving large trucks or buses

Many people are killed in such crashes yearly.

What are No Zones?

Areas of limited visibility around large trucks.

Truth about driving over bridges

They can be crowded, often have limited visibility, and lack emergency shoulders (all of the above)

Action in the acceleration lane when entering an expressway

Search for a gap in traffic and adjust speed accordingly.

Truth about highway speed limits

Higher speeds lead to more deaths and severe injuries.

Safe action when driving through a tunnel

Turn on your headlights and remove sunglasses.

Speed limits in work zones

Usually reduced for worker safety.

Action if an emergency vehicle approaches from behind

Move to the edge of the road and allow it to pass.

What to do if your accelerator fails

Shift to Neutral.

Action if you cause damage to an unattended vehicle

Locate the driver or leave a note with your vehicle's details (all of the above).

What to do if your engine fails

Do not touch your brakes.

Action during a tire blowout

Grip the steering wheel firmly to maintain control.

Headlights usage in fog

Use low-beam headlights.

Riding on a film of water condition

Hydroplaning.

Adjustment for driving on snow or icy roads

Reduce speed to handle reduced traction.

Consequences of traffic offense while holding a provisional license

The 18-month waiting period will begin again.

What to do if you veer off the road

Ease off the accelerator and steer back onto the roadway.

Definition of a hit and run

Any time a driver hits something and fails to stop.

Law regarding open containers in Maryland

Any alcohol that is not originally packaged.

Maximum legal BAC for drivers under 21

Less than .02.

Meaning of implied consent

You consent to alcohol and drug testing when driving and face penalties for refusing (all of the above).

Groups that can sanction drinking and driving

The court system and the MVA.

Definition of aggressive driving

Committing two moving violations simultaneously.

What to avoid to prevent impaired driving

Any drug that may limit driving abilities.

Duration of alcohol-related charges on a driving record

For life.

Number of crashes involving drowsy drivers annually

About 100,000.

Texting while driving law in Maryland for various drivers

It is illegal for learner’s permit, provisional license, and full license holders (all of the above).

Plan after consuming alcohol

Plan not to drive.